Head of Property (Solicitor / 5+ PQE)

  • Accutrainee Limited
  • Carlisle, Cumbria
  • Feb 19, 2026
Full time Sales & Marketing

Job Description

Accuflex has a great opportunity for a senior Property Solicitor (minimum 5 years PQE) to join our client, a long-established regional law firm, in Cumbria.

This is a leadership appointment offering the opportunity to shape and grow a well established property department.

Key Responsibilities:

Department Leadership: Manage and develop a multi disciplinary property team.

Transactional Work: Advise on residential, commercial and agricultural property transactions.

Landlord & Tenant: Handle leases, licences, easements and overage agreements.

Strategic Input: Contribute to departmental growth and wider firm strategy.

Compliance: Maintain high standards of regulatory and risk management oversight.

Required Experience:
  • Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 5+ years PQE.
  • Strong background in property transactions.
  • Supervisory or management experience preferred.
  • Experience across commercial and/or agricultural property advantageous.

Location: Cumbria (hybrid considered)

Why Apply?

  • No billing targets.
  • Clear pathway to Head of Department and potential Directorship.
  • Competitive regional salary with discretionary firm wide bonus.
  • Excellent work life balance in a scenic location.